High-End Carpenter

About The Company:

Livingston Builders, Inc. is a boutique residential General Contractor with 32 years of experience delivering highly customized, luxury construction across multiple markets in Florida and the Northeast. Our work ranges from intricate historic renovations to large-scale ground-up estates. We partner with the most respected architects, designers, and craftspeople in the industry. We are a small, talented team that works closely together — and we take tremendous pride in the relationships we forge, both with our clients and with each other.

Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.

What To Expect:

We are seeking an advanced carpenter with strong joinery and cabinetmaking skills for our small, company-owned wood shop serving custom residential projects in Palm Beach, Florida. This is a full-time, in-person role combining detailed shop fabrication with on-site installation supervision and direct interaction with homeowners. This role is located in West Palm Beach, Florida – with on-site work in the surrounding area. You will work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating with our project team and following all company procedures, protocols, and safety guidelines. The typical workweek is at least 40 hours, with many 50-hour weeks throughout the year.



What You Will Do:

·       Fabricate custom casework, cabinetry, and architectural millwork with precise joinery and a high standard of craftsmanship.

·       Perform residential carpentry and millwork installations, including the fitting of intricate door and window hardware.

·       Hand draw dimensioned details to communicate fabrication and installation requirements.

·       Work with high-quality materials, veneers, adhesives, and fasteners appropriate to custom residential work.

·       Safely operate woodworking machinery and shop equipment, including planers and shapers, in accordance with company safety requirements.

·       Operate a forklift and safely drive an 18-foot box truck to support material handling and transportation.

·       Communicate professionally with homeowners and the project team about work details and coordination.

What We Are Looking For:

·       At least 6 years of relevant carpentry experience, including  cabinetmaking and advanced joinery.

·       Thorough knowledge of millwork fabrication, woodworking machinery, and general carpentry installation techniques.

·       Strong working knowledge of premium materials, veneers, adhesive technologies, fasteners, intricate door and window hardware, and carving techniques.

·       Ability to produce clear, dimensioned details by hand and using available technology.

·       Professional communication skills and the ability to interact directly with homeowners.

·       Technology skills sufficient for everyday communication and project coordination.

·       Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while consistently following company procedures, protocols, and safety guidelines.

Additional Experience We Value:

·       Ability to hand sketch perspective drawings.

·       Knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp.

·       Experience purchasing materials from local wholesalers and preparing project budgets.

·       Yacht joinery experience. xzgxqkn

Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon a background check, drug screening, and verifiable references.

Benefits:

·       401(k)

·       401(k) matching

·       Dental insurance

·       Health insurance

·       Paid time off